All Things Bright and Beautiful
All Things Bright and Beautiful
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1974
Book Brief
BetaAll Things Bright and Beautiful
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1974378
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Yorkshire Dales • 1940s
1974
Adult
12-18 years
990L
Super Short Summary
All Things Bright and Beautiful by James Herriot continues the author's heartwarming, humorous memoirs as a veterinarian. Set in Yorkshire, England, it captures his experiences treating animals and interacting with their owners. The book showcases Herriot's deep compassion for both animals and humans, highlighting the joys and challenges of rural veterinary practice.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
All Things Bright and Beautiful by James Herriot is praised for its heartwarming and humorous anecdotes about rural veterinary life. Readers appreciate Herriot's vivid storytelling and the charming depiction of both people and animals. However, some find the episodic structure lacking in depth and coherence. Overall, it is a delightful read for animal lovers.
Who Should Read All Things Bright and Beautiful?
Readers who enjoy All Creatures Great and Small or The Secret Garden will appreciate All Things Bright and Beautiful by James Herriot. Ideal for nature lovers, animal enthusiasts, and fans of heartwarming, rural tales, this book offers a blend of humor, warmth, and gentle storytelling, set in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales.
378
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Yorkshire Dales • 1940s
1974
Adult
12-18 years
990L
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